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Sparkling Christmas Punch
4.4 from 129 votes

Sparkling Christmas Punch

Sparkling Christmas Punch blends champagne or sparkling apple cider with citrus juices, cranberry juice, and 7-Up or a similar soda for a fizzy, festive drink. Fresh orange slices and cranberries add visual appeal and subtle flavor, while optional vodka gives the punch a stronger kick. Using juice-based ice cubes prevents dilution and keeps the punch flavorful as it's served cold. It’s a refreshing beverage for holiday gatherings and celebrations.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 256 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • champagne sparkling apple cider may be substituted for a non-alcoholic version, one 750-milliliter bottle or prosecco
  • 7-Up Sprite, or Ginger Ale (diet versions may be substituted, one 2-liter bottle
  • 32 ounces cranberry juice I used 5-calorie per serving diet cranberry juice, or cranapple juice
  • 16 ounces orange juice or pineapple juice
  • orange fresh slices from 1 to 2 oranges
  • 1 to 2 cups cranberries fresh
  • 1 to 2 cups vodka such as orange or whipped-flavored, optional for a stronger punch, flavored
  • ice as desired for serving (tip - freeze cranberry or orange juice in ice cube molds rather than using plain ice)

Instructions

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  1. Use ingredients that have already been previously chilled for best taste.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large punch or serving bowl.
  3. Taste the punch and if you think it needs another half bottle of champagne, extra 7Up, extra juice, etc, add it to taste. This is a very flexible recipe.
  4. I prefer to add ice to individual glasses rather than to the punch bowl as to not allow the punch bowl to become watered down as the ice melts.
  5. Punch is best made just before serving so it doesn't lose it's carbonation.

Notes

  • Freeze orange, pineapple, or cranberry juice into ice cubes to keep the punch cold without watering it down.
  • Prepare the punch just before serving to maintain carbonation and freshness.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 256kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 34mg (1%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 31g (62%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 256

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 256kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 34mg 1%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 31g 62%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.